At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we’re looking for people who want to make a difference. People who take pride in their work. People who get things done. People who are committed to making Victoria a safer place.
We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We’re all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our department, we’d love to hear from you.
The department is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and recognises that children’s rights need to be respected, their views welcomed and valued, and their concerns taken seriously and acted upon.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.
For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careers
We’re proud of the important work we do across Victoria. Want to be part of it?
- Help victims of crime access clear, trauma-informed support and information.
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Work across justice and youth justice systems in a meaningful frontline role.
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Use your communication and problem-solving skills to support real community outcomes.
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Join a team focused on care, respect and practical support for victims.
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Fixed-term, full-time role earning $100,894 - $114,476 per year, plus super.
What you will do
As coordinator – victim registers, you will support victims of crime through sensitive and important work.
You will help maintain the registers while providing clear information and support to victims and partner agencies.
You will:
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provide trauma-informed support to victims through phone, email and written communication
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maintain accurate register records, systems, policies and procedures
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prepare clear reports, correspondence and advice for staff and partner agencies
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analyse statistical data and help improve reporting and service delivery
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build positive working relationships across the justice and victim support systems.
About you
You should have at least 2–3 years' experience in a service delivery setting. Qualifications in social work, criminal justice or similar fields are highly desirable.
You should also have:
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experience delivering trauma-informed services to victims of crime
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strong understanding of the criminal justice, victim services or youth justice systems
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experience maintaining databases and analysing statistical information
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excellent communication, problem-solving and teamwork skills.
To learn even more about this role, please read the position description.
If you have any further questions, feel free to email Stephanie Ellis at
[email protected].
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy.
How to apply
Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Child safe statement of commitment
The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.
